{"id":"F2010L02453","name":"AD/LEARJET 35/42 - Aileron Control Cables","slug":"ad-learjet-35-42-aileron-control-cables","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":84389,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2010L02453-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"Gates Learjet 35 and 36 Series Aeroplane","sectionType":"division","heading":"Gates Learjet 35 and 36 Series Aeroplanes","content":"### Gates Learjet 35 and 36 Series Aeroplanes\n\n| AD/LEARJET 35/42 | Aileron Control Cables | 19/2010 |\n| ---------------- | ---------------------- | ------- |\n\n| Applicability: | Models 35, 35A, 36 and 36A identified in the Requirement document.                                                                                                                                                          |\n| -------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |\n| Requirement:   | If not previously accomplished, make a detailed inspection of aileron control cablesin accordance with Learjet Alert Service Bulletin A35/36-27-42 dated23 December 2002.Note: FAA AD 2005-13-36 Amendment 39-14173 refers. |\n| Compliance:    | Before further flight after 31 October 2010.                                                                                                                                                                                |\n|                | This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 30 September 2010.                                                                                                                                                        |\n| Background:    | Defective swage of the centre ball on an aileron control cable caused the cable to fail when it underwent a tension check.                                                                                                  |\n\n![](image.001.png)\n\nCharles Lenarcic  \nDelegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority\n\n9 September 2010","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"AD/LEARJET 35/42","sectionType":"part","heading":"AD/LEARJET 35/42","content":"## AD/LEARJET 35/42","sortOrder":1},{"sectionNumber":"Aileron Control Cables","sectionType":"part","heading":"Aileron Control Cables","content":"## Aileron Control Cables","sortOrder":2},{"sectionNumber":"19/2010","sectionType":"part","heading":"19/2010","content":"## 19/2010","sortOrder":3}],"analysis":{"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"Unauthenticated. Configure AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY or use a provider module. Learn more: https://ai-sdk.dev/unauthenticated-ai-gateway","source":"analysis-cron"},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"Scope remains focused on the specified Learjet 35/35A/36/36A models and a one‑time inspection of aileron control cables; the instrument does not broaden applicability beyond those models or impose ongoing monitoring. It relies on the Learjet service bulletin and an FAA AD reference to define the inspection procedure (see 'Applicability' and 'Requirement')."},"complexity_factors":["Narrow applicability to specific aircraft models creates straightforward target population (see 'Applicability').","Mandated inspection refers to an external technical document (Learjet Alert Service Bulletin A35/36-27-42), requiring access to and reliance on that bulletin for procedures and standards (see 'Requirement').","Short compliance window and effective date require prompt action and scheduling of maintenance resources (see 'Compliance' and effective date line).","Exception language ('If not previously accomplished') makes record checks necessary to confirm prior compliance, adding administrative burden (see 'Requirement').","Possible subsequent repairs or replacements are not detailed in the directive, leaving cost and parts-sourcing decisions to operators and maintenance providers (implied by inspection requirement and background).","Cross-reference to FAA AD 2005-13-36 requires operators or maintainers to consider related foreign regulatory material when determining compliance steps (see note in 'Requirement')."],"plain_english_summary":"This Airworthiness Directive requires operators of Gates Learjet 35/35A/36/36A to inspect the aileron control cables in line with Learjet Alert Service Bulletin A35/36-27-42 (23 Dec 2002) because a defective centre‑ball swage caused a cable failure. Operators must complete the inspection before further flight after 31 October 2010, creating direct maintenance cost, possible downtime, and any repair/replacement expense for affected aircraft."},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This is a standard, narrow Airworthiness Directive addressing a specific mechanical defect in specific aircraft. It has not expanded beyond its original safety purpose."},"complexity_factors":["Single, discrete safety requirement with no conditional exceptions or nested logic","Only 4 aircraft models affected, explicitly listed","Single compliance deadline with no phased or alternative compliance paths","No defined terms section — uses standard aviation terminology","No cross-references to other legislation beyond a single reference to an FAA AD and a manufacturer service bulletin","Total length is approximately 150 words of operative text"],"plain_english_summary":"Owners and operators of Gates Learjet 35/36 series aircraft must inspect aileron control cables before first flight after 31 Oct 2010. A faulty swage (crimp) on a centre‑ball fitting has caused cable failures during checks, risking loss of roll control. The AD mandates the inspection per Learjet Alert Service Bulletin A35/36‑27‑42 (Dec 2002); the FAA issued a matching directive (AD 2005‑13‑36)."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/ad-learjet-35-42-aileron-control-cables","history":"/api/acts/ad-learjet-35-42-aileron-control-cables/history","analysis":"/api/acts/ad-learjet-35-42-aileron-control-cables/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/ad-learjet-35-42-aileron-control-cables/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/ad-learjet-35-42-aileron-control-cables/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/ad-learjet-35-42-aileron-control-cables/documents"}}